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Ocimum 'Pesto Perpetuo'

Basil


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  • A great non-blooming Basil that is good for culinary and ornamental uses
  • Award Winner
  • Fragrant Foliage
  • Foliage Interest
  • Heat Tolerant
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Edible
Edible
Full Sun
Full Sun
Dry Soil
Dry Soil
Moist, Well-Drained
Moist, Well-Drained



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Prefers sunny, warm location in the garden or in a container.  Ensure well drained soil.  Overwatering will promote mildew and rot the plant stalks.


 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Border or Bed
  • Container
  • Edible

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Soil Moisture:

  • Dry Soil
  • Moist, Well-Drained


Genus Overview: Ocimum

Common Name: Basil

Heart-shaped to oval, glossy leaves, often green or purple, arranged oppositely on square stems; small white to purple flowers in spikes. Strong, fresh, sweet, pungent, it thrives in warm, sunny spots, is frost-sensitive, and used fresh or dried